Busy, Busy, Busy!

I know on the last post I apologized for my long hiatus and then whoops! I did it again! Actually- I didn't really take a hiatus- my computer was on the fritz...I couldn't log-on to Blogger (uggh!) and then my hard drive went and crashed! Fun stuff...really.

Anyway, I'm back! Up and running and I super busy! I have been working with some new clients along with finishing up some of the current jobs which took a slow stall in the summertime. I will have some great progress shots to share with you from one of my favorite clients since I'll be swinging by there tomorrow....yipppeee!

In the meantime, I also have lots of things I'm loving right now so let me share...my top five faves of the moment:

#1. Shut-up Schumacher! This stationary is to die for.....

 Schumacher Chiang Mai Dragon

 Schumacher Birds and Butterflies

#2. Corrie Hayes...I have a place for this peacock!

 

Corrie Hayes Art on Etsy

#3. Kate Spade....you've made my Christmas list...yes...I'm working on that already:) And I resisted the re-emergence of gold but gold & pink?? Wowsa....

Kate Spade Chronograph

#4. Aww Avenue B....The color of this chest makes such a statement....LOVE it!

 

Royale Chest 

#5. Urban Decay...you've changed my life with 24/7 Glide-on eyeliner. This stuff does NOT move....finally! Where has this eyeliner been all my life?? I have Corrupt and Zero...can't get enough!

Urban Decay 24/7

And I'm hoping to be able to share some big exciting business news soon! I have a new endeavor I'm working on which I'll be able to share with you all very soon, I hope!

RED, WHITE & BLUE

Hope you all had a Happy 4th of July!

My blogger was acting up and I couldn't share some of my red, white and blue with you so here it is...a day late....

CHAIN LINK POUF FROM ETSY

A LIGHT BLUE PILLOW WITH RED TRIM FROM ETSY

RED EGG CHAIR IN RED! HERE

WEST ELM DHURRIE RUG HERE

RED WHITE & BLUE PILLOW FROM ETSY



 HAPPY BIRTHDAY USA!

Mood Board for Mod Living Room

So, one of my very favorite cousins just moved into a new home and emailed me last week asking about an upcoming sofa purchase. She asked what my thoughts were on purchasing a sofa from Raymour and Flanigan.....is that a no-no in the decorating world? Hmmmmm, not sure how other designers feel but I believe that you should purchase the best sofa you can afford and one that best represents your innate style...as for sofas at Raymour and Flanigan- they carry all different manufacturers so I do believe it is important to find out how the sofa is constructed before dropping the dough on it.  This was the sofa she was considering from Raymour and Flanigan. I love the style and it seems to be pretty well made. So here is the complimentary mood board I put together (centered around the Raymour sofa) to inspire the rest of the room:

She had mentioned that she loved cherry blossom pillows she had seen around so I used those as a starting point and worked off of those. And I am loving the Etsy finds here...that lovebird painting is sweet and dark at the same time...they are corny love birds...but they are crows so that is kind of dark...loving the vibe! The pillows are also from some of my fave Etsy artisans, too!
Here are some of the items in the board:
Pottery Barn Peyton Drapes
Pottery Barn Bryant Floor Lamp
Crate and Barrel Lynx Rug
Pair of Cherry Blossom Pillows by amazing etsy artisan
Chevron Pillows by amazing Etsy artisan
Love Birds artwork by amazing Etsy artisan

In the end, my cousin purchased another sofa she had her eye on....it is red and very sleek...can't wait to see it in person and maybe design a new board around that one as well!

BTW, just to let you all know, I put together inspiration boards for many clients who do not live close by. Contact me for more details and I can help you develop your own room plan...plus you get full access to my discounts on any products purchased!

FYI, this board was put together solely for design purposes and I am not endorsing any of the products or companies used....I just use what I love!

Great Art options....plus great giveaway!

I have been on the hunt for some great prints for a client....on a budget....(isn't everyone these days?)
I picked up some great framed art at HomeGoods...always a steal! I don't know if you have noticed it lately but I definitely think that HomeGoods have been upping their game lately...I bought two prints framed in a drift-wood looking frame, another two framed with linen mat board and yet another two with a pattern-fabric mat. Impressive, right?

However, just in case these don't work in the room, I have a back-up plan: I have rounded-up some amazing prints on Etsy that I can take to my local framing store and have them frame....hopefully within budget!!

Here are some of my faves:

Etsy artisan

Etsy Artisan

Etsy Artisan

Etsy Artisan

Also, if you want some art directly on your walls....here is an amazing giveaway at the Mustard Ceiling for the most sophisticated stencils I have ever seen! The giveaway ends Sunday, August 7th so don't hesitate!!
The Mustard Ceiling: Olive Leaf Stencil Giveaway: